The 5 Big Reasons Why Electricity Bills Are So High Right Now

If you’ve found yourself drained by your electricity bill this winter, you’re not alone. Electricity costs have been steadily rising for years now, outpacing inflation. The average monthly residential electricity bill increased from about $121 in 2021 to $156 in 2025, a nearly 30% rise. And from last January to October alone, electricity bills rose 12.7%. 

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Brace yourself: things are likely only going to get more expensive. The average U.S. household...